Obituaries

Dec 16, 2024

Marilyn D. Dunsworth, 82, died December 16, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born May 18, 1942, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Hutchinson, to Burt and Mary Ann (Rose) Frye.

Marilyn graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1960. She spent many years working at Hutchinson Community College in various positions, but really loved her position in...

Dec 16, 2024

Colin Joseph Miller, 30, of Ellinwood died unexpectedly December 16, 2024.  He was born March 7, 1994, in Great Bend, to Kelly Dean and Fawnia Renee (Nagel) Miller.

Colin graduated from Ellinwood High School in 2012 and K-State in December 2016.  During high school, he was a member of the Scholar's Bowl, FFA, and participated in tennis,...

Dec 16, 2024

Jerry Dean Goering, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away December 16, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on July 16, 1947, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Richard and Bernice Goering, Jerry spent his formative years in the Kansas heartland. He graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1965.  Shortly thereafter, Jerry answered the call to serve his country.

Dec 16, 2024

Sherryl Louise Willms, 77, of Hutchinson, died December16, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born December 17, 1946, in Hutchinson, to Hugo E. and Violet L. (Sandow) Kohrs.

Sherryl graduated from Hutchinson High School and Tabor College. She worked as a phlebotomist at the Medical Center and Hutch Clinic in Lyons and Hutchinson, as well...

Dec 15, 2024

Elanor Mae Sellers-McCoy, 88, died December 15, 2024, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson.  She was born June 29, 1936, in Hutchinson, to Earl Everett and Fern Belle (Smith) Frederick.

Elanor graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1954, and attended Salt City Business College.  She worked in the secretarial science department at Hutchinson Community College, before retiring with...

Dec 15, 2024

Chris Lee Neil, 68, died Sunday, December 15, 2024, surrounded by people who loved him fiercely. While it is often said that someone was loved by everyone they met, it is rarely as true as it was with Chris. He liked people and was always quick with a warm welcome. Whether it was the Missouri Cousins, Wednesday night guys,...

Dec 15, 2024

Trinity K. Copeland, 19, died Sunday, December 15, 2024, in Wichita, KS. She was born December 30, 2004 in Hutchinson, KS, to Michelle Abernathy and Shane Copeland.

Trinity graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2022. While in school, she enjoyed gymnastics, dance and volleyball. Trinity was a CNA for local nursing homes. She loved spending time with...

Dec 15, 2024

Roberta D. "Dixie" Cody, 92, formerly of Bartlesville, OK, passed away peacefully, December 15, 2024, at her daughter's home in Arlington, KS. She was born February 7, 1932, in Ames, IA, to Loren D. and Lillian (Osgood) Buttolph.

On August 8, 1952, she married Robert M. "Bob" Cody, in Los Angeles, CA. They shared over 66 years...

Dec 15, 2024

Bobby Dean "Bob" Murrell, 89, died December 15, 2024, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.  He was born March 9, 1935, in Cushing, OK, to Hurchel and Mable (Sheridan) Murrell.

Bob graduated from Cushing High School, in 1953.  He served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956.  Bob worked in the fractionation industry with natural gas...

Dec 14, 2024

Caitlyn M. Simmons, 28, died December 14, 2024, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita. She was born March 24, 1996, in Pottstown, PA, to Donald "Greg" and Tracy (Jones) Simmons.

Caitlyn was very family oriented and enjoyed spending time with her two daughters and future husband. She was a wondering soul with a free spirit. Caitlyn...

Dec 14, 2024

Liza Kay Walden, 47, died Saturday, December 14, 2024, peacefully at her home in Hutchinson. She was born April 4, 1977, in Hutchinson, to Donald Ray and Mary Lou (Pettay) Walden.

One of Liza's greatest joys in life was music. She loved to sing along to her favorite singers such as, the Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, and...

Dec 13, 2024

David A. Scott, 57, of Oklahoma City, died December 13, 2024.  He was born August 26, 1967, in Great Bend, KS, to Harry L. and Lois J. (Clifford) Scott.

David attend schools in Great Bend and Weatherford, OK.  He was a long-haul trucker.  David loved family gatherings, playing games, Christmas and animals especially cats.  He was a...

Dec 13, 2024

Jean A. Fraizer, 95, of Hutchinson, died peacefully December 13, 2024, at Hospice House, in Hutchinson. She was born April 20, 1929, in Pratt, Kansas, the daughter of William and Maude (Sloan) Jacob.

Jean graduated from Pratt High School in 1947 and attended Kansas State University. She was a loving and devoted member of Church of the...

Dec 12, 2024

Norma Ann "Annie" Chesnut, 70, of Haven, went to sleep December 12, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.  She was born July 22, 1954, in Beatrice, NE, to Henry R. and Loretta F. (Agena) Kress.

Ann attended Sterling High School, Sterling, NE.  She enjoyed being a "domestic engineer", but her favorite title was mother.

On July...

Dec 12, 2024

Linda Karen North, 76, formerly of Hays, died December 12, 2024, surrounded by her family at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born January 10, 1948, to Dr. Ward Leon and Edna Mabel (Beard) Sims.

Linda graduated from University High School, Lincoln, NE, in 1966 and attended Barton County Community College. She held a variety of jobs throughout...

Dec 11, 2024

Arthur Floyd "Art" Henry, Jr., 94, died December 11, 2024, at Legend of Hutchinson. He was born May 27, 1930, in Sterling, to Arthur Floyd and Helen (Northey) Henry.

Known as "Chick" to his family and close friends, Art graduated from Sterling High School.  He received his bachelor's degree from Sterling College and master's degree from Emporia...

Dec 11, 2024

William R. 'Bill' Bower, 90, of Hutchinson, died peacefully on December 11, 2024, at his home. He was born November 12, 1934, in Toledo, Oregon, the son of Harold and Hazel (Powell) Bower.

Bill joined the United States Navy immediately following high school. On September 4, 1954, he married his sweetheart, Wilma Avery, in Hutchinson, KS, while...

Dec 11, 2024

Arthur P. "Art" Strube, 79, formerly of Claflin died December 11, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. He was born December 14, 1944, in Great Bend, to Benjamin T. and Thelma E. (Jacobs) Strube.

Art graduated from Claflin High School in 1962. After high school he served in the Army for three years, and was...

Dec 11, 2024

Linda Louise (Holt) McCullum, 82, of Hutchinson, went home to her Lord and Savior, on December 11, 2024. She was born August 10, 1942, in Pittsburg, KS, to Farrell and Mildred (Ozbun) Holt.

The Holts made Great Bend their home for most of Linda's school years and she graduated from Great Bend High School in 1960. Linda...

Dec 10, 2024

Scott Cameron Kelly, 64, died December 10, 2024, at his residence in Hutchinson. He was born March 2, 1960, in Hutchinson, to Robert Lewis and Dolores Evelyn (Kruse) Kelly.

Scott graduated from Hutchinson High School. He worked for Buhler High School for over 15 years.

His favorite hobbies were watching sports, bowling, keeping score at...